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Penang, Peninsular Malaysia

When to go August to November are the wettest months, and best avoided in Penang. The period between December and February is an ideal time for a vacation. Key annual events The Penang International Dragon Boat Festival: (June) The island's most exciting annual sporting event. The Penang Food Festival: (August) Held yearly, visitors can sample the best of world-renowned Penang cuisine, while also learning how to cook it themselves. Pesta Pulau Pinang: (November/ December) An ... » read more